While I was in rehab from substance abuse, I learned an extremely important lesson, which was how to treat my body and mind in the best possible way. And, while they were healthy habits I picked up while in recovery, it can be learned and practiced by anyone looking to enhance their life quality. Many believe that leaving behind a life of abuse and excess means shutting the … [Read more...]
What to Expect When Someone You Love Goes to Rehab
It is a hard truth that many people don’t want to face: recovery from addiction is a long series of “hard parts” that all get strung together and it is unlikely that things will go back to exactly how they were before. This doesn’t mean that you can’t still have a calm and happy life with this person. It just means that the “normal” you experience now will be a new kind of … [Read more...]
Five Ways to Help a Loved One After Rehab
When a family member goes through rehab it's hard on everyone. Whether for drugs or alcohol, coming out of a rehab program is only one step at the start of a long journey. The addict will need support from you and the rest of the family to have the best chance of a successful recovery. However, feelings of guilt and shame can make it difficult for the addict to open up about … [Read more...]